This summer has certainly brought us the heat, and with it, has come some interesting headlines! On this episode, we’ve grabbed a few recent stories from the news and social media to chat about - from animals on trampolines, to rats in Toronto, to a public appeal from a European zoo, to vegan snack wars! Join us as we share our thoughts on some of the latest videos and articles that have come out this summer.

Links:

Burlington VegFest (Aug 16)

Vegan Night Market (Aug 21 is postponed to May 2026)

Dolce Vita Vegan Dinner (Aug 29)

Vegan Art Show (Sept 27)

BBC article on Danish Zoo and Unwanted Pets

CBC article on Rats in Toronto

Snack Wars with Pamela Anderson and Liam Neeson

Pig and Chicken on Trampoline

Identifying AI - Analysis of Animal Trampoline Videos

The case for the humane control of pigeons

Credits

Cohosts: Sweta and Jen

Editing: Sweta

Episode Summary and Title: Jen

Theme Song: Matt Judge